Patient Navigator Jobs in Texas
Patient Navigator jobs in Texas are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in oncology, chronic disease management, and behavioral health programs across large hospital systems, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and nonprofit community health organizations at every level from entry-level care coordinator roles through senior navigator and program manager positions. The heaviest hiring activity runs through Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where institutions such as MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT Health, and Christus Health maintain large and ongoing navigator programs. Texas's scale and uninsured population create particularly consistent openings in cancer care navigation and social determinants of health work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Description
About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Our Values:
Transparency - We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
Integrity - Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
Impact - We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
Collaboration* - We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.
Position Overview:
Under general direction, the Patient Navigator Supervisor provides operational and functional oversight for Patient Navigator services across Harris County Public Health clinical sites and mobile units. This position standardizes workflows, ensures documentation quality and service fidelity, coaches and develops staff, monitors performance metrics, and strengthens coordination with clinic teams, co-located programs, and community partners. The Supervisor serves as the program lead for patient navigation operations, promoting timely screening, warm handoffs, closed-loop referrals, and effective resolution of non-medical barriers that affect access to care and continuity of services.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Supervise, coach, and support Patient Navigators across assigned sites; conduct regular one-on-one check-ins, case reviews, and team meetings to reinforce expectations, build skills, and address performance issues.
Standardize and monitor navigation workflows, including patient identification, screening processes, referral pathways, warm handoffs, closed-loop follow-up, and documentation requirements across fixed and mobile sites.
Strengthen and maintain the Community Resource Directory and referral relationships by coordinating with internal programs, HPCC partners, and external community organizations to improve service access and referral quality.
Review charts, notes, and work queues to ensure documentation quality, timely follow-up, and compliance with program standards, privacy requirements, and operational protocols.
Monitor and analyze program performance indicators, including screening completion, referral volume, warm handoff rates, service connection outcomes, timeliness, and documentation compliance; prepare summaries and reports for leadership.
Serve as the escalation point for complex cases, unresolved barriers, cross-site workload balancing, and coordination issues involving clinic operations, co-located programs, or community partners.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Health Administration, or related field.
Experience:
At least two (2) years of experience in patient navigation, case coordination, community health, care management, or a related health or human services setting.
At least one (1) year of lead, supervisory, or program coordination experience.
* Experience working with underserved, low-income, culturally diverse populations.
Licenses/Certifications:
* Valid Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of patient navigation, care coordination, community resource linkage, and social drivers of health workflows in a clinical or public health setting.
Ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff while maintaining accountability for quality, timeliness, and service standards.
Ability to analyze workflow, monitor performance data, identify gaps, and implement process improvements across multiple service locations.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with providers, clinic staff, leadership, and community partners.
Ability to manage sensitive situations, exercise sound judgment, and escalate safety, clinical, or operational issues appropriately.
Working knowledge of health record documentation practices and Microsoft Office applications.
Core Competencies:
Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.
Policy Development and Program Planning Skills: This competency focuses on developing, implementing, and improving policies, programs, and services that support effective public health strategies and improve community health outcomes.
Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.
Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.
Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.
Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.
Management and Finance Skills: This competency focuses on managing human and financial resources, promoting equity and collaboration, and optimizing organizational performance to support effective public health programs.
Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills: This competency focuses on aligning stakeholders, fostering innovation, and managing change to implement effective public health initiatives that strengthen community health.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:
* Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Health Administration, or related field.
Experience:
* Experience using electronic health record (EHR) system.
Language:
* Bilingual English/Spanish.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
This is a full time position, 40 hours per week.
May be required to work outside normal business hours as operational needs require.
* Travel across Harris County sites is to be required to support staff, operations, training, meetings, and workflow monitoring.
Work Environment:
* This position operates in community clinic, mobile, office, and occasional field settings and routinely uses standard office equipment.
Physical Demands:
* Frequently required to sit, stand, bend, communicate, and use manual dexterity. May occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.
Work Location:
* Harris County Public Health: 1111 Fannin St. Houston, Texas, 77002.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
* Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave
* Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
* 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule
METRO RideSponsor Program
Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website: www.benefitsathctx.com
Position Description
About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Our Values:
Transparency - We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
Integrity - Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
Impact - We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
Collaboration* - We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.
Position Overview:
Under general direction, the Patient Navigator Supervisor provides operational and functional oversight for Patient Navigator services across Harris County Public Health clinical sites and mobile units. This position standardizes workflows, ensures documentation quality and service fidelity, coaches and develops staff, monitors performance metrics, and strengthens coordination with clinic teams, co-located programs, and community partners. The Supervisor serves as the program lead for patient navigation operations, promoting timely screening, warm handoffs, closed-loop referrals, and effective resolution of non-medical barriers that affect access to care and continuity of services.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Supervise, coach, and support Patient Navigators across assigned sites; conduct regular one-on-one check-ins, case reviews, and team meetings to reinforce expectations, build skills, and address performance issues.
Standardize and monitor navigation workflows, including patient identification, screening processes, referral pathways, warm handoffs, closed-loop follow-up, and documentation requirements across fixed and mobile sites.
Strengthen and maintain the Community Resource Directory and referral relationships by coordinating with internal programs, HPCC partners, and external community organizations to improve service access and referral quality.
Review charts, notes, and work queues to ensure documentation quality, timely follow-up, and compliance with program standards, privacy requirements, and operational protocols.
Monitor and analyze program performance indicators, including screening completion, referral volume, warm handoff rates, service connection outcomes, timeliness, and documentation compliance; prepare summaries and reports for leadership.
Serve as the escalation point for complex cases, unresolved barriers, cross-site workload balancing, and coordination issues involving clinic operations, co-located programs, or community partners.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Health Administration, or related field.
Experience:
At least two (2) years of experience in patient navigation, case coordination, community health, care management, or a related health or human services setting.
At least one (1) year of lead, supervisory, or program coordination experience.
* Experience working with underserved, low-income, culturally diverse populations.
Licenses/Certifications:
* Valid Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of patient navigation, care coordination, community resource linkage, and social drivers of health workflows in a clinical or public health setting.
Ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff while maintaining accountability for quality, timeliness, and service standards.
Ability to analyze workflow, monitor performance data, identify gaps, and implement process improvements across multiple service locations.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with providers, clinic staff, leadership, and community partners.
Ability to manage sensitive situations, exercise sound judgment, and escalate safety, clinical, or operational issues appropriately.
Working knowledge of health record documentation practices and Microsoft Office applications.
Core Competencies:
Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.
Policy Development and Program Planning Skills: This competency focuses on developing, implementing, and improving policies, programs, and services that support effective public health strategies and improve community health outcomes.
Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.
Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.
Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.
Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.
Management and Finance Skills: This competency focuses on managing human and financial resources, promoting equity and collaboration, and optimizing organizational performance to support effective public health programs.
Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills: This competency focuses on aligning stakeholders, fostering innovation, and managing change to implement effective public health initiatives that strengthen community health.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:
* Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Health Administration, or related field.
Experience:
* Experience using electronic health record (EHR) system.
Language:
* Bilingual English/Spanish.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
This is a full time position, 40 hours per week.
May be required to work outside normal business hours as operational needs require.
* Travel across Harris County sites is to be required to support staff, operations, training, meetings, and workflow monitoring.
Work Environment:
* This position operates in community clinic, mobile, office, and occasional field settings and routinely uses standard office equipment.
Physical Demands:
* Frequently required to sit, stand, bend, communicate, and use manual dexterity. May occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.
Work Location:
* Harris County Public Health: 1111 Fannin St. Houston, Texas, 77002.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
* Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave
* Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
* 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule
METRO RideSponsor Program
Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website: www.benefitsathctx.com
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Patient Navigator Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CHRISTUS Health3
- University of Texas Medical Branch3
- Ensemble Health Partners2
- UT Southwestern Medical Center2
- AIDS Healthcare Foundation1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Education5
- Human Resources2
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Government & Public Sector1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in patient navigator jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, health education, nursing, or a closely related field
- Certified Patient Navigator credential (CPNC or OPN-CG) preferred by most Texas health systems
- Experience working with medically underserved or low-income populations in a clinical or community setting
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish strongly preferred across Texas urban and rural markets
- Familiarity with Texas Medicaid, CHIP, and local safety-net programs for benefits assistance
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner for case documentation
Patient Navigator Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a patient navigator in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license specific to patient navigation, so the path runs through education and national certification. Most Texas employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in social work, public health, nursing, or health administration. From there, earning a Certified Patient Navigator credential through the National Consortium of Breast Centers or the Harold P. Freeman Institute strengthens any application significantly. Candidates with a Licensed Master Social Worker credential issued through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners are especially competitive for roles that include case management duties.
How much do patient navigators make in Texas?
Patient navigators in Texas earn a median of about $47,870 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,190 for the lowest 10% to over $83,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire patient navigators in Texas?
Employers hiring patient navigators in Texas right now include CHRISTUS Health, University of Texas Medical Branch, and Ensemble Health Partners, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems, cancer centers, and Federally Qualified Health Centers generate the most consistent openings across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most patient navigator jobs?
Tyler, Austin, and Dallas have the most patient navigator openings in Texas. Houston leads because of the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from major systems such as Baylor Scott and White and Methodist Health, and San Antonio's openings reflect a large military and VA-connected patient population alongside University Health.
Are there remote patient navigator jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Patient navigation is fundamentally a relationship and coordination role that most Texas employers fill on-site or in the field, so fully remote positions represent a small share of total openings. About 6% of patient navigator openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with most of those in telephonic outreach, virtual care coordination, or insurance prior-authorization support roles rather than direct clinical navigation.
How can I get hired as a patient navigator in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to community health worker or patient services representative roles at a Federally Qualified Health Center or large Texas hospital system, then moving laterally once you have documented patient interaction experience. Christus Health, UT Health Austin, and Texas Children's Hospital run new-hire cohort programs in care coordination that do not require prior navigation experience. Completing the community health worker training and certification recognized by the Texas Department of State Health Services gives candidates without a clinical background a concrete credential that Texas employers actively value.
Where can I find and apply to patient navigator jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to patient navigator jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated on an ongoing basis. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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